Mats Hummels rules out transfer to Manchester United

Borussia Dortmund star Mats Hummels has ruled out a possible move to Manchester United this summer, by committing his long-term future to the Bundesliga Champions.

Rated: Dortmund’s Mats Hummels (Picture: AP Photo)

Hummels is widely recognised as one of the finest central defenders in Europe, having established himself as a key figure in both the Dortmund team, and more recently, in Joachim Low’s German national side.

As such, the 23-year-old, famed for his excellent positioning and composure on the ball, has no shortage of admirers, and has been watched by scouts from Real Madrid, Manchester United and former club Bayern Munich in recent months, as speculation mounts that he could quit Die Borussen in the summer.

However, speaking to Bild this week, Hummels gave short shrift to reporters who told him about the clubs currently chasing his signature.

‘But I want to stay here, why should I go? I feel good here and I am very grateful to the club that I got the chance,’ said Hummels.

The news will no doubt disappoint interested parties, especially United, who are targeting another centre-back when the transfer window re-opens, with trusted scout Martin Ferguson making checks on a host of names, including Udinese’s Mehdi Benatia, Ajax’s Jan Vertonghen, Auxerre’s Willy Boly and Hummels’ Dortmund colleague Neven Subotic.

Yet Hummels is seen as United’s first-choice, although his reported £30million price tag has so far put them off making a bid.

Now with the player himself refusing to push through a move, the English champions look certain to have look elsewhere for defensive reinforcements.